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GJ06 VXY

2006 Subaru Forester

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

134,703 mi
Last recorded134,703 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Subaru Forester82,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 VXY
MakeSubaru
ModelForester
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 134,703 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 133,210 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 129,619 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 126,881 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 123,876 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 120,118 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 116,788 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 105,767 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

STRONG ADVISE:Offside front tyre badly worn on inner shoulder and will soon become illegal

nearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Fail 25 Apr 2014 105,767 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

STRONG ADVISE:Offside front tyre badly worn on inner shoulder and will soon become illegal

nearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 4 May 2013 93,579 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 88,905 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2012 88,905 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 81,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 67,690 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 51,003 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Forester?

Based on 456,470 MOT tests across 33,044 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,679
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
33,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,106
Registration plate lamp not working 6,977
position lamp(s) not working 6,967
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,820
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,429
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GJ06 VXY is a 2006 Subaru Forester in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Subaru Forester models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 82,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Forester fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ06 VXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Forester typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Subaru Forester is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ06 VXY registered?

GJ06 VXY is a 2006 Subaru Forester, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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